Description

Crispy, sweet, and irresistibly cozy, these Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Quesadillas are everything you love about a warm apple pie—packed into a golden tortilla. It’s a quick breakfast that doubles as an easy recipe for brunch or even dessert. Made with sautéed apples, a creamy vanilla-sweetened filling, and a hint of cinnamon spice, this is one of those food ideas that delivers comfort in every bite. Perfect for when you’re craving breakfast ideas that are both indulgent and simple to make. Whether you’re planning an easy dinner-for-breakfast night or just looking for a healthy-ish snack, this one is sure to impress.

Ingredients

2 medium apples

2 flour tortillas

4 tablespoons cream cheese

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional)

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Instructions

1. Peel and slice the apples into thin strips.

2. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.

3. Add the apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until tender and caramelized. Set aside.

4. In a bowl, mix cream cheese with vanilla extract and optional powdered sugar until smooth.

5. Spread the cream cheese mixture on one half of each tortilla.

6. Top with the cinnamon apple mixture. Fold tortillas into half-moons.

7. In a clean skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium heat.

8. Toast each quesadilla 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

9. Let rest briefly, then slice and serve.

10. Garnish with powdered sugar or syrup if desired.

Notes

Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture.

Let the cooked apple filling cool slightly before assembling to avoid melting the cream cheese too early.

For a dessert-style twist, drizzle with caramel or dust with cinnamon sugar after toasting.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
Calories: 280
Sugar: 17g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg